The 2026 World Cup's North American co-hosts seized the spotlight Friday, as the United States overwhelmed Paraguay 4-1 behind a Folarin Balogun brace and,...

USA Soccer Begins Historic 2026 World Cup Run With Group D Test

Tico Times - June 12, 2026

The United States men’s national team begins one of the most important tournaments in its history this summer, playing a World Cup on home...

World Cup 2026 Opens With Wins for Mexico and South Korea

Tico Times - June 12, 2026

The 2026 FIFA World Cup opened Thursday with a strong start for Mexico and Korea Republic, as the expanded tournament began its first day...

Canada Begins Historic 2026 World Cup Campaign Against Bosnia

Tico Times - June 11, 2026

For the thousands of Canadians living in Costa Rica or passing through on vacation, tomorrow is a day circled on every calendar. At 2:00...

Five Leading Contenders to Win the 2026 World Cup

Tico Times - June 11, 2026

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has opened across North America, bringing the biggest field in tournament history and one of the deepest title races...

Mexico vs South Africa Headlines World Cup 2026 Opening Day

The Tico Times - June 11, 2026

After four years of waiting, the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off today, with the biggest and most expanded edition of the tournament in...

England Overpowers Costa Rica 3-0 in Orlando Friendly

Steven Hodel - June 11, 2026

Costa Rica’s friendly against England began late and ended with a familiar warning for La Sele: there is still a wide gap between Fernando...

Costa Rica Faces England in Orlando in Major Test Before World Cup Begins

Steven Hodel - June 10, 2026

Costa Rica faces England on Wednesday afternoon at Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando, Florida, in one of La Sele’s most high-profile friendly matches in years....